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  1. BOSullivan

    MO Bactor Instant - thoughts

    It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
    It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
    It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
    It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
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  2. BOSullivan

    Removing moss from a lawn and reseeding with grass - timing

    Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
    Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as suggested in my earlier post, reseed the...
    Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as...
    Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
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  3. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another day. The parcel is fresh food. Contacting DHL by...
    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another...
    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
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  4. BOSullivan

    Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement

    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
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  5. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    @Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to...
    @Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to keep her because of the way her mouth moves! It's beyond belief.
    @Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to keep her because of the way her mouth moves! ...
    @Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to...
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  6. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird...
    Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird cherry that I alledgedly had ground out by tree specialists. Who'd have thunk it! Now I am going to have...
    Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird cherry that I alledgedly had ground out by tree...
    Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird...
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  7. BOSullivan

    Removing Ivy from Fence and ground

    That is exactly the plan
    That is exactly the plan
    That is exactly the plan
    That is exactly the plan
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  8. BOSullivan

    Pyracantha removal

    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
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  9. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
    Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
    Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
    Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
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  10. zebrina

    Rat problem

    We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2...
    We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2 years ago so cats were reticent about visiting our plot.There are foxes about too but not catching rats!
    We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2 years ago so cats were reticent about visiting our...
    We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2...
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  11. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
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  12. Tidemark

    Why not?

    Strangely enough I was talking to a woman this morning who came across a suicide victim hanging from a tree, thought to be three weeks old. The smell was the worst part she said.
    Strangely enough I was talking to a woman this morning who came across a suicide victim hanging from a tree, thought to be three weeks old. The smell was the worst part she said.
    Strangely enough I was talking to a woman this morning who came across a suicide victim hanging from a tree, thought to be three weeks old. The smell was the worst part she said.
    Strangely enough I was talking to a woman this morning who came across a suicide victim hanging from a tree, thought to be three weeks old. The smell was the worst part she said.
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  13. NoviceGardener2023

    Switching Olive Tree from Plastic Pot to Long Term Pot Advice

    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and falls on a side, it may crack. I went from clay to...
    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and...
    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
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  14. JWK
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  15. Peteski2024

    Camellia leaves brown patches

    That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
    That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
    That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
    That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
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  16. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. It encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape and...
    That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. It encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape and flowers are looking good and just remove the flowers and stems when they start to look tatty mid...
    That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. It encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape and flowers are looking good and just remove the...
    That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. It encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape and...
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  17. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to be out of the EU, but am not adverse to visitors. :biggrin:
    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to...
    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
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  18. Sienna's Blossom
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  19. potted

    Hoster's

    Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population....
    Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population. I've been tidying up the greenhouse and found loads hidden under the pots.
    Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population. I've been tidying up the greenhouse and found...
    Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population....
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  20. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    Narcissus bulbocodium.JPG Scilla siberica.JPG Narcissus Red Devon.JPG Arum pictum mature leaf.JPG Vestia foetida 2.JPG Narcissus bulbocodium 1.JPG
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